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  • Nothing But the Blood of Jesus: From War to Worship the Hymns of Robert Lowry
    In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Reverend Robert Lowry, the hymn writer behind the beloved song 'Nothing But the Blood of Jesus.' From his early years in Philadelphia to his impactful ministry during and after the Civil War, Lowry's journey is one of faith, music, and unwavering devotion. Join us as we uncover how his hymns, born out of a turbulent time in American history, continue to inspire and uplift generations of believers around the world.
    Music: Lucy Grimble has been leading worship and writing songs for over ten years, both as a solo artist and with her talented band of musicians and singers. Based in London, UK, her heart in worship is to create a space for people to encounter the love of God. Through her worship expression and songwriting
    https://youtu.be/QTXRAgsCWf8?si=tDXlmzb9FK5o0GgO
    IG https://www.instagram.com/lucygrimble
    FB https://www.facebook.com/Lucygrimble/
    Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0d0ICZg8jE6D2RkDHCTIVq?si=2wP9va_gSMKZ-KRFGgKkhw&nd=1&dlsi=d2bfca6856814a92
    Website https://lucygrimble.com/
    Links:
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    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these from the same time period:
    Sallie Holmes https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34521258/sallie-holmes-missionary-to-china
    Martha Crawford https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34532885/martha-crawford-missionary-to-china
    Lottie Moon https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34532912/lottie-moon-from-atheist-to-missionary
    13 min
  • Kate Hankey: The Hymn Writer Who Loved to Tell the Story
    This episode of Church History delves into the life of Arabella Katherine Hankey, born in 1834 in Clapham, London. Raised in a wealthy evangelical family, Kate's life was shaped by Christian values, education, and social prominence.
    Her deep commitment to missionary work and evangelism continued despite a serious illness in 1866, during which she wrote the poems that became the beloved hymns "I Love to Tell the Story" and "Tell Me the Old, Old Story."
    Music: Rosemary Siemens
    https://youtu.be/argPRVkbcdg?si=nJXvsZ_tDdI7lNU_
    iTunes https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/rosemary-siemens/305295827
    Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0DzuukCge08HNBAJwYPIsM?si=1vXCl-guQLqU148JbiXI_g&nd=1&dlsi=d4aa818935094258
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosemarysiemens
    IG https://www.instagram.com/rosemarysiemens
    Website https://www.rosemarysiemens.com/
    Links:
    https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these from the same time period:
    Sunday School: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34670598/sunday-school-the-movement-that-shaped-the-education-of-the-church
    William and Catherine Booth: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34678662/william-and-catherine-booth-and-the-salvation-army
    The YMCA and D.L. Moody early life: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34685328/the-start-of-the-ymca-and-the-early-life-of-d-l-moody
    15 min
  • Jesus Loves Me: The Children’s Hymn
    Today, I am telling the story behind the Hymn Jesus Loves Me. This is the first hymn most children learn in church. The story behind the hymn is very beautiful. Jesus Loves Me was written by poor sisters who became authors in the 1800s, taught at West Point, and wrote a song that changed the world.
    Music Source: https://www.creativetrio.family
    Links:
    My Links: https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these from the same time period:
    Lottie Moon:
    https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34532912/lottie-moon-from-atheist-to-missionary
    Tragedy to Hope: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    The Herrnhut Revival - A prayer meeting that lasted 100 years: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    14 min
  • Jesus Paid It All; The Hymn of the Choir
    Today, I am telling the story behind the Hymn Jesus Paid it all. Elvina Mable Hall was the beloved pastor’s wife who wrote this beautiful hymn.
    Music Source:
    https://youtu.be/1EX-POaoI3w?si=3GkvcYItDiqmtzdH
    Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/2d2OFRdOh9oTmvxxUhSF2I
    Apple https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lor/1422451685
    Boom play https://www.boomplay.com/artists/7308530
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LorGlobal/?_rdc=1&_rdr
    IG https://www.instagram.com/LorGlobal/
    Links:
    My Links: https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these from the same time period:
    Lottie Moon:
    https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34532912/lottie-moon-from-atheist-to-missionary
    Tragedy to Hope: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    The Herrnhut Revival - A prayer meeting that lasted 100 years: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    14 min
  • What a Friend We Have in Jesus; The Secret Song of the Comforted
    Today, I am telling the story behind the Hymn What a Friend We Have In Jesus. This is a hymn written by Joseph M. Scriven.
    After facing horrific loss twice in his life, Joseph found his comfort in God. He wrote a poem that became a mystery hymn listed with no author.
    Links:
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    https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these from the same time period:
    Tragedy to Hope: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    The Herrnhut Revival - A prayer meeting that lasted 100 years: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    7 min
  • I Have Decided to Follow Jesus: The Story Behind the Alter Call Hymn
    Today we are talking about the song I have decided to follow Jesus. This song was written in memory of a man who was devoted to his new savior Jesus Christ.
    Music Source: My children
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    Judson: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-18290937/judson
    Hudson Taylor: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-17846177/hudson-taylor
    9 min
  • Day by Day, A Hymn Born from Trauma
    Today, I am telling the story behind the Hymn Day by Day. This is the story of Carolina Sandell, known as Lina, who lived in Sweden in the 1800s.
    After she experienced a traumatic event, she wrote a poem about how God was helping her day by day to heal emotionally. Her hymn was used in a revival that swept through the Scandinavian countries.
    Music:
    Recommended Podcast with Curtis Bowers: https://podcast.app/faith-family-and-freedom-with-curtis-bowers-p1004129
    Agenda: https://agendaweekly.com
    Links:
    My Links: https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    Story of trumps bible: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_EpSLdLAR4
    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these from the same period:
    Tragedy to Hope: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    The Herrnhut Revival - A prayer meeting that lasted 100 years: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/church-history
    16 min
  • Just As I Am: The Song of The Broken-hearted
    Today, we are talking about the song Just As I Am. This is the story of Charlotte Elliott, who lived with a chronic illness that left her feeling that she had nothing to contribute to the cause of Jesus Christ. But one poem she wrote changed the course of the church.
    Music Source: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/rosemarysiemens
    Links:
    https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well:
    Muller A Life Changed: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-17890883/muller-a-life-changed
    The French Revolution: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-12199508/the-french-revolution
    William Wilberforce Part One: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-12116861/william-wilberforce-part-one-the-seed-is-planted
    28 min
  • Holy, Holy, Holy; The Song of the Trinity
    Today, we are talking about the song Holy, Holy, Holy. Reginald Heber was born into royalty. He was gifted with great intelligence. When the church called him to take a position in India, he went willingly. He stood against injustice and cared for the poor.
    He was accepted by society's most elite in his day and loved by the poorest. He wrote a sermon to be preached on Trinity Sunday, where we find our song today.
    Music Source: YouTube https://youtu.be/1bk28-_xyK4
    Links:
    https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
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    Napoleon Bonaparte: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-13519598/napoleon-bonaparte-and-the-end-of-the-holy-roman-empire
    William Carey: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-13513388/william-carey
    19 min
  • All Hail the Power of Jesus Name: The National Anthem of Christendom
    In today's episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Edward Perronet, the man behind the beloved hymn "All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name."
    Edward Perronet, born in 1726, was a significant figure within the Methodist movement led by John and Charles Wesley. His bold reformist stance, evident in his critiques of the Church of England hierarchy through works like 'The Mitre,' set him apart as a unique voice for change.
    This episode explores the hymn's origins and offers a glimpse into the social and religious landscape of the 18th century.
    Music: Fountain View Academy
    YouTube https://youtu.be/fluypBsQO00?si=6wjryfdc3mDK9Ru9
    IG https://www.instagram.com/tvcfm
    FB https://www.facebook.com/TheVillageChurch
    Links:
    https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
    The MITRE poem https://archive.org/details/bim_eighteenth-century_the-mitre-a-poem_perronet-edward_1757/page/70/mode/2up
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    William Wilberforce Part Two https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-12145838/william-wilberforce-part-two-the-seed-is-watered
    Johnathan Edwards https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-10246876/jonathan-edwards
    George Whitefield https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-10492375/george-whitefield
    13 min

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Delve into the captivating narrative of 'The Church History Podcast,' a remarkable journey that unfolds the history of God's Church from the time of Jesus Christ to the present day. Hosted by Lorelee Siemens, this podcast brings to life the inspiring stories of men and women who, guided by the Holy Spirit, dedicated their lives to Jesus Christ.

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